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4MA1/1F Jun 2022, Question 11: Direct Proportion in Real Life

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A 4MA1 · Paper 1F (Foundation) · Calculator · 4 marks

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The question, in short

Using a recipe needing 360 g flour for 15 cakes, Johan has 0.85 kg. Work out flour needed for 38 cakes and decide if he has enough, showing working.

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Solution · 4 marks

  1. 10.85 × 1000 = 850
  2. 2360 ÷ 15 = 24
  3. 324 × 38 = 912
  4. 4912 > 850
  5. 5No

AnswerNo, because 38 cakes need 24 × 38 = 912 g of flour but Johan has only 850 g

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